The Science Behind AUM Chanting
The science behind AUM chanting is mind-blowing. Even for people with no experience in meditation, you’ve likely seen it in movies – anyone meditating is always chanting “AUM.” Well, the science behind it is crazy.
In a study, researchers looked at Brahmari pranayama humming, also known as AUM chanting, to see how it impacts stress levels. They compared it to physical activity, emotional stress, and getting eight hours of sleep. Guess what was the best thing for you? AUM chanting! It lowered the stress index more than sleeping. 🤯
If you’re congested or have chronic stuffiness in your nose, AUM chanting can take care of it for you. Want to raise your immunity, have better lung function, and reduce your heart rate? AUM chanting is the answer. 💪
The Meaning Behind AUM
From a religious perspective, it’s believed that AUM is the primordial sound – the sound of all creation. If you go into space, that humming you hear is AUM. It is the vibration of creation. 🌌
How to Perform AUM Chanting
Performing AUM chanting is simple:
– Open your mouth and emit the sound “A” 😮
– Move to a half-open mouth and emit the sound “U” 😐
– Close your mouth and emit the sound “M” 😌
The whole process should last about 9-12 seconds, gradually moving from start to finish (A through U to M).
Interesting Facts About AUM Chanting
– The AUM chant is considered a sacred sound in many Indian religions, including Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism. 🙏
– Chanting AUM is believed to promote physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. It can help reduce stress, improve concentration, and enhance self-awareness. 🧘♀️
– The vibrations created by chanting AUM are thought to stimulate the vagus nerve, which plays a key role in regulating the nervous system and reducing stress. 🧠
– Some studies suggest that regular AUM chanting may have positive effects on brain function, including increased alpha and theta brain wave activity, which are associated with relaxation and meditation. 🌈
In the next video, we’ll explore a meditation technique using AUM chanting. It’s a powerful experience where, if you pay attention to the vibrations within your body and go inwards, you can receive downloads from the universe. It’s hard to explain – you just have to experience it for yourself! 💫
